Bill Introduced to Legalize Beekeeping in New York City

Currently beekeeping is illegal in New York City due to health codes prohibiting the possession, keeping, harboring and selling of "venomous insects" (that includes bees). But under a new bill sponsored by Council Member David Yassky, applicants can apply for a license, which would trump the health code's prohibition.

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